initiative – n. a plan or program that is intended to solve a problem

ballot – n. a ticket or piece of paper used to vote in an election

borrow – v. to take and use up (something) with the promise to give back something of equal value

background – n. the experiences, knowledge and education in a person’s past

wages – n. an amount of money that a worker is paid based on the number of hours and days that are worked

Now, it’s your turn to use these Words in This Story. In the comments section, write a sentence using one of these words and we will provide feedback on your use of vocabulary and grammar.